Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

**Phoenix Location**

High Needs Case Manager:  JFCS is seeking a compassionate professional to work with children receiving behavioral-health services as they progress on the path to a more self-sufficient lifestyle and potential family reunification. The High Needs Case Manager also provides guidance and ongoing support to the families/caregivers of the youth receiving services.

• Provides case management services to children enrolled in the behavioral-health system.
• Provides weekly contact with assigned clients, which includes home/community visits, attending medication checks, etc.
• Assists youth in navigating discharge from hospitals, in finding intensive services as clinically indicated, and working to decrease behaviors to improve stability in the home & community.
• Coordinates services and collaborates with other involved agencies, such as Department of Child Safety (DCS), Probation/Parole Departments, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), schools, and other providers.
• Coordinates and facilitates Child & Family Team (CFT) Meetings.
• Completes referrals, prior authorizations, and other paperwork required by the health plans to enroll clients in services.
• Collaborates with clinical team to ensure that Integrated Service Plans, CFT Meeting notes, and all required paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner.

-Meets one of the following education/experience requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED required and 4 years of Behavioral Health experience.
• A.A. Degree and two years of Behavioral Health experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or human services field.

-Additional qualifications:

• Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card without Restriction(s)
• Meet Agency requirements for MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) report
• Reliable transportation
• AZ driver’s license
• AZ auto insurance

About JFCS:

Jewish Family and Children’s Service’s (JFCS) values each and every talented applicant, regardless of religious beliefs, race, age, origin, gender, sexual orientation, or cultural background. JFCS places a high value on inclusion and diversity, whether that applies to our employees or the nearly 40,000 clients receiving our services throughout the Valley.

Benefits of Working with JFCS:

• Incentive Program: Lucrative Performance Bonuses each Quarter, in addition to normal salary.
• Bilingual (Spanish-English) Pay Differential
• Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
• Numerous professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Generous paid time off / sick time allocations
• Comprehensive Employee Benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, & more.
• Wellness Coaching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility for Loan Forgiveness Programs in many positions.

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